Lake Cable Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Cable Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 165 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 313 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00236 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Cable Recreation Assn., Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Cable Dam?
Lake Cable Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Cable Dam?
Lake Cable Dam is owned by Lake Cable Recreation Assn., Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Cable Dam built?
Lake Cable Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Cable Dam?
Lake Cable Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Cable Dam?
Lake Cable Dam has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lake Cable Dam last inspected?
Lake Cable Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.